May 30, 2021
Get a First Look at the SPN 29th Annual Meeting Agenda
The last year has been one of disruption and unrest. The world we are living in today is, in many ways, profoundly different than it was a year ago—economically, socially, politically, and culturally. Many of those changes are not going away.
The challenges posed by the pandemic have presented opportunities for state-level reforms that have expanded healthcare access, given families much-needed education options, and preserved local economies and jobs. And new challenges and opportunities continue to arise.
At SPN’s 29th Annual Meeting taking place August 30-September 2, 2021 in Orlando, Florida, you will find the tools to continue leaning into this disruption and the inspiration to be relentless in your pursuit of state and local policy solutions that allow every American to thrive. In addition to the keynote session with nationally acclaimed innovator and disruptor Hamish Brewer, the lineup includes a wide variety of discussions and panels on everything from policy to professional development. Get a first look at just a few of the exciting sessions featured in the recently released agenda for SPN’s 29th Annual Meeting.
Arrive in Orlando early to take advantage of these opportunities to connect with and learn from Network partners on August 30.
Join this state-level policy discussion of everything tech—from data privacy to censorship to the future of work. This interactive session will provide tools and strategies to develop tech policy expertise within your research centers.
Sponsored by Center for Growth and Opportunity at Utah State University
Researchers, litigators, reformers, and victims will help you explore the future of Certificate-of-Need (CON) laws in the states and identify opportunities for further reforms.
Sponsored by Pacific Legal Foundation and Mercatus Center at George Mason University
Get set up for successful state-level tax policy reforms by examining the best trends, the policies that are working (and the ones that are not), and budget reforms that go hand-in-hand with taxes and spending.
Sponsored by Tax Education Foundation and ALEC
SPN Annual Meeting officially kicks off with the opportunity to unwind and enjoy some of Florida’s very best music, food, and drink, as well as the chance to meet and pet some animals from the state. Thank you to The James Madison Institute for hosting this time for the Network to connect!
Join your fellow attendees for a night out in Orlando. On Tuesday night SPN is hosting transportation to two fun locations—Disney Springs or Universal CityWalk Orlando.
The past year has shown the need to permanently reform emergency powers. Hear from state policy leaders and litigators working to return power to state legislatures and get ideas for specific strategies and tactics to deploy in your state.
Sponsored by Pacific Legal Foundation
Explore how states can build on the healthcare victories during the pandemic and make the case for permanent deregulations that will increase patient access and quality of care.
In 2021, state legislatures introduced multiple policy reform bills covering a range of solutions. Hear experts share what it took to achieve these reforms in their states, and find what your state can do next to ensure communities and families thrive.
How can improv strengthen team communication and collaboration? Business Improv® will offer a high-energy and interactive presentation that demonstrates the tenets of improvisation and how they link to business in an incredibly entertaining and thought-provoking way.
Where are all the donor prospects hiding? Learn the top “must haves” that every organization needs to increase its major donor base and get answers to the greatest challenges facing nonprofit fundraisers.
Join the discussion of policy reform opportunities for America’s largest cities and access a framework for tackling them whether you’re an individual think tank or part of a larger, coordinated campaign.
Sponsored by Better Cities
Learn how a new legal model some states have adopted can help your state attract innovation, boost entrepreneurship, and cut red tape.
What are the policy implications for states if the learning pod trend continues? Get data on the rise of pods, polling on pod trends, and explore successful legislation states can adopt to protect pod learning.
Discover how state groups can anticipate ballot measures that may surface in the near future and explore best practices for bringing a measure to the ballot and defending against one.
Want to attend SPN’s 29th Annual Meeting? Register now to secure your spot. Registration is discounted through June 15, 2021.
